Blooms Issue 1

In Issue 1 (January 2015)

• Snowdrop
  Spring can’t be far away when this cheerful little flower pokes its head up through the soil or snow.
• Great plants for winter interest
  Winter doesn’t have to be gray and dreary! Here are 10 plants guaranteed to add a splash of color to your garden when the weather turns cold.
• Tulip
  Meet some of the most colorful and unusual varieties of this spring classic. Plus learn how to keep the color coming for months every year.
• A garden with spring sparkle
  Use this plan to create a soothing patio planting that will invite you outdoors as soon as the weather warms.
• Fantastic shrubs
  These three easy-growing shrubs are more than just a pretty face. In addition to flowers, they off er great structure, nice fragrance or colorful fall foliage.
• How to prune for more flowers
  Don’t be scared to break out the pruners. We’ll show you the three pruning methods that’ll guarantee you more flowers on almost any shrub.
• Seed-starting tips
  You can save a lot of money and grow plants that are tough to find when you start your own from seeds. Here are a few ways to make it easier.
• Signs of spring
  Welcome spring with this charming container filled with cool-weather-loving flowers.